Mathematics Major: Concentration in Secondary Education

Admission Requirements for the Mathematics Major

Rigorous high school coursework and strong SAT scores with above average grades in mathematics and computer science courses.

Requirements for a Major in Mathematics

Students must complete a core of six mathematics courses and one computer science class and in addition select one of three concentrations.

MA-200Calculus I4
MA-201Calculus II4
MA-240Theory of Proof4
MA-260Linear Algebra3
MA-310Calculus III4
MA-470Capstone Experience3
Ancillary Course
CS-135Programming for Non-CS Majors3
Total Credits25

MA-200MA-201 and MA-240 must be completed with grades of at least C- by the end of the sophomore year. A student may only retake any of these courses at most once to increase a grade below C-; and may retake at most two of these courses to increase a grade below C-.

Requirements for the Concentration in Secondary Education

MA-302Probability and Statistics3
MA-309Topics in Mathematics for Middle and Secondary Teachers3
MA-340Modern Geometry3
MA-405Abstract Algebra3
or MA-410 Real Analysis
MA-360Number Theory3
MA-303Mathematical Modeling3
Total Credits18

It is recommended that students planning to take the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) for high school certification also complete a physics course. A secondary education minor, 4+ in Secondary Education or Post Baccalaureate initial license program through the education department are also required for licensure as a math teacher.

It is recommended that students planning to take the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) for high school certification also complete a physics course.

Students are required to meet with their department advisor to review their upcoming semester academic choices. A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation.

Department of Mathematics: Mathematics Major Concentration in Secondary Education Sample Timeline for Completion of Degree

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
Semester OneCredits
MA-200 Calculus I 4
CS-135 Programming for Non-CS Majors (QR) 3
EN-101 College Writing I 3
LASCFirst-Year Seminar (FYS) 3
LASCLASC Elective (GP) 3
 Credits16
Semester Two
MA-201 Calculus II 4
MA-240 Theory of Proof 4
EN-102 College Writing II 3
LASCLASC Elective (CON) 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits17
Year Two
Semester Three
MA-310 Calculus III 4
MA-260 Linear Algebra 3
LASCLASC Elective (NSP) 3
LASCLASC Elective (CA) 3
LASCLASC Elective (DIV) 3
 Credits16
Semester Four
MA-303 Mathematical Modeling 3
MA-309 Topics in Mathematics for Middle and Secondary Teachers 3
LASCLASC Elective (NSP LAB) 4
LASCLASC Elective (USW) 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits16
Year Three
Semester Five
MA-302 Probability and Statistics 3
MA-360 Number Theory 3
LASCLASC Elective (HBS) 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits15
Semester Six
MA-340 Modern Geometry 3
MA-405 Abstract Algebra 1 3
LASCLASC Elective (ICW) 3
LASCLASC Elective (TLC) 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits15
Year Four
Semester Seven
MA-410 Real Analysis 1 3
MA-470 Capstone Experience 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits15
Semester Eight
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
SELECTGeneral Elective 3
 Credits12
 Total Credits122
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Only one of MA-405 or MA-410 is required.

Once LASC requirements are satisfied, students may select general requirements. Students are required to meet with their department advisor to review their upcoming semester academic choices. A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation.

Students should consult with their advisors about minoring in secondary education.